City of Trotwood and Rumpke announce recycling cart delivery

TROTWOOD, Ohio (WDTN) – The City of Trotwood is making a change that city officials say could increase recycling as much as 25 percent.

The city, along with Rumpke Waste and Recycling will be distributing 65-gallon recycling carts to residents, July 8-18.

The carts can hold three times as much recycling as the bins currently used, and will still be emptied by Rumpke every week.

City officials say communities using the wheeled carts have increased recycling participation and volume.

“It is so important for Trotwood to be on the cutting-edge of initiatives that will yield 21st century results,” said Mike Lucking, Trotwood City Manager. “Providing high quality waste removal and becoming a more green community, is not only good for the environment, it also helps us further our commitment to manage costs. This partnership will include an incentive for our residents to recycle, with a program we will roll out in a few months. This is a ‘win-win’ for everyone!”